Coronary heart disease is one of the highest causes of death in Indonesia. In addition, there are other kinds of heart disease that are also dangerous. Let's recognize what types of heart disease, the following symptoms and causes. The heart is a vital organ that functions to pump and drain blood throughout the body, so that the organs and tissues of the body can carry out their functions properly. However, some things can cause interference with the heart and make this organ not function normally. Now, let's consider the discussion of the following types of heart disease. Various Types of Heart Disease There are many types of heart disease that can afflict a person. The types of heart disease include: 1. Coronary heart disease Coronary heart disease (CHD) occurs when the arteries that drain blood to the heart harden and narrow. This condition is triggered by cholesterol buildup and blood clots in the arteries (atherosclerosis). Narrowing of the arteries causes blood f...
Broken bones occur when one bone becomes cracked or broken into several parts. This can occur due to sports injuries, accidents, or acts of violence. Broken bones are not usually life-threatening, but require immediate medical care and proper initial treatment so that the condition is not getting worse. Therefore, it is important for us to understand how to provide first aid to broken bones victims. Characteristics of Broken Bones A broken bone can be identified from one or more of the following signs: Pain in the injured area and worsening when moved. Numbness in the injured area. The injured area appears bluish, swollen or deformed. Bones appear to penetrate the skin. Heavy bleeding at the site of injury. How to Give First Aid to Broken Bones If you provide help to someone with a suspected bone fracture, do not move or move the person, except to avoid further injury. While waiting for medical help to arrive, you can stop the bleeding by applying pressure to the wound u...